RMA Armament 1155 Gen 2 Level IV/RF3 Ceramic Body Armor Plate

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*Due to the nature of this product, returns/exchanges cannot be accepted”

The RMA Armament 1155 Generation 2 is a stand-alone Level IV/RF3 ceramic body armor plate built for rifle threats, tested to NIJ 0101.07 RF3 threat parameters. It pairs an alumina oxide ceramic strike face with a polyethylene composite backer, measures 0.9 inches thick, and weighs 6.6 lbs in Shooter's Cut. The multi-curve shell contours to the torso behind an edge-to-edge strike face and drops weight against RMA's Generation 1 design. Rifle-rated armor like this suits home-defense kits, range training, and agency loadouts. Available in Medium Shooter's Cut, Medium SAPI Cut, and XL SAPI Cut.

Who this is for

  • Home defenders: shooters who want stand-alone rifle protection in a plate that drops into common 10x12 carriers.
  • Range users and trainers: anyone logging repeated wear who needs a multi-hit Level IV plate rather than a single-rated insert.
  • Agency and law enforcement buyers: teams sourcing American-made Level IV/RF3 armor with a published warranty.

What does the 1155 Gen 2 stop?

The 1155 Gen 2 bonds an alumina oxide ceramic strike face to a polyethylene composite backer. The ceramic fractures and spreads the energy of a rifle round on impact, while the polyethylene layer captures the fragments. RMA rates the plate as stand-alone, so it defeats its rated threats without a soft armor backer behind it.

RMA states the plate is "proven to exceed Level IV/RF3 NIJ testing parameters to withstand multiple M2AP 30-06 strikes while offering full edge-to-edge protection." The standard Level IV test calls for a single .30-06 M2 armor-piercing strike; RMA says it overbuilds the plate to exceed that single-round parameter. The company also lists the 1155 Gen 2 as multi-hit rated against M855A1, M855, M193, 7.62x39 mild steel core and API-BZ, and .308.

RMA publishes a third-party ballistic lab report and a separate multi-hit test report for the Gen 2 plate. The specific velocity and shot-count figures live in those documents rather than on the product page, so the round list above reflects RMA's stated results rather than measured values reproduced here.

Cut geometry and curve

Every 1155 Gen 2 ships in a multi-curve shape, which wraps the chest more closely than a flat or single-curve plate. RMA cuts it in Shooter's Cut (nominal 10x12, actual 9.5 x 11.5 inches, 6.6 lbs) and SAPI Cut (9.5 x 12.5 inches, 7.4 lbs), with an 11 x 14 SAPI listed as coming soon at 9.8 lbs. The strike face runs edge-to-edge across the full footprint. At 0.9 inches thick, the plate seats in standard rifle-plate pockets.

Specifications

  • Threat level: Stand-alone Level IV / RF3; tested to NIJ 0101.07 RF3 threat parameters (0101.07 Compliant Products List not yet published)
  • Construction: Alumina oxide ceramic and polyethylene composite
  • Thickness: 0.9 in
  • Weight: 6.6 lbs Shooter's Cut; 7.4 lbs SAPI Cut (+/- 0.125 lb)
  • Sizes: 9.5 x 11.5 in (nominal 10x12 Shooter's Cut); 9.5 x 12.5 in (SAPI Cut); 11 x 14 SAPI coming soon
  • Cuts: Shooter's Cut, SAPI Cut
  • Shape: Multi-curve
  • Coverage: Full edge-to-edge strike face
  • Cover: 600 denier water-resistant shell
  • Warranty: 10-year manufacturer's warranty; free incident replacement
  • Origin: Made in Centerville, IA, USA

Fit and carrier compatibility

RMA states the 1155 Gen 2 fits the majority of plate carriers and specifically recommends the 0331 Tactical Sierra, Crye Precision JPC 1.0 (Large), Crye Precision JPC 2.0 (Medium), and Agilite K19 3.0. Shooter's Cut follows the common 10x12 footprint that most rifle-plate carriers accept, and the SAPI Cut matches standard SAPI sizing those carriers also take. Confirm your carrier's plate-pocket size and cut before ordering, since pocket dimensions vary by model.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 1155 Gen 2 NIJ Certified or NIJ Listed?

Neither, based on the manufacturer's published language. RMA markets the 1155 Gen 2 as "NIJ 0101.07 Tested" and as exceeding Level IV/RF3 NIJ testing parameters. The NIJ 0101.07 Compliant Products List is not yet published, so no plate can currently be NIJ Listed under that standard. RMA does publish third-party ballistic lab reports for the plate on its product page.

What rounds does the 1155 Gen 2 stop?

RMA rates it as stand-alone Level IV/RF3, which targets rifle threats up to .30-06 M2 armor-piercing. RMA says the plate is proven to exceed the NIJ Level IV/RF3 parameter of a single M2AP 30-06 strike and withstand multiple strikes. The company also lists it as multi-hit rated against M855A1, M855, M193, 7.62x39 mild steel core and API-BZ, and .308.

What is the difference between Shooter's Cut and SAPI Cut?

Coverage and weight are the difference. Shooter's Cut uses a nominal 10x12 footprint (actual 9.5 x 11.5 inches) at 6.6 lbs, with the upper corners cut back for arm and rifle clearance. SAPI Cut measures 9.5 x 12.5 inches at 7.4 lbs and follows the military SAPI shape, trading a little mobility for more torso coverage. Both ship in RMA's multi-curve shape.

Does this plate need a soft armor backer?

No. RMA rates the 1155 Gen 2 as stand-alone armor, so it stops its rated threats on its own without a soft armor backer behind it. A trauma pad is optional and addresses blunt-force backface deformation rather than ballistic penetration; RMA offers trauma pads as an add-on. Run the plate in a carrier sized for its cut.

Can this plate be shipped to my state?

It depends on your state. This plate cannot be shipped to New York or Connecticut due to state body armor restrictions. Body armor is also subject to US export regulations. Under 18 U.S.C. § 931, anyone with a federal felony conviction for a crime of violence is prohibited from purchasing or possessing body armor. Confirm your local and state laws before ordering.

 

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We back all our products with a customer satisfaction guarantee, so we created a fair return and cancellation policy.

All sales are final. No Refunds, No Cancellations. In most cases, once the order is processed, it is final and not cancellable. We may allow exceptions due to an order error or wish to return your order after delivery for any reason other than a product defect or misrepresentation. Any cancellation request is subject to an administration and cancellation fee equal to 10% of your order with a minimum of $35, whether order shipment is successful or not. 

 

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